With over 2 billion tests yearly, lateral flow kits generate 16,000 tonnes of plastic waste. This study highlights reducing plastic use, informing policy, product design, and packaging to lessen the environmental impact.

Plastics pose serious health risks, yet industry influence is weakening the Global Plastics Treaty commitments. A strong, binding Article 19 is essential to protect public health and ensure the treaty delivers real change.

The proposed exemption of medical plastics from the Global Plastics Treaty risks undermining health and environmental protections, ignoring harmful impacts, and prioritizing commercial interests over sustainable, safe, and equitable health care.

Jeremy Greene joined a panel at the 2025 Climate Action Convention exploring the health impacts of plastic pollution and the role of healthcare in supporting plastic reduction

The exhibition explored the rapid research, development, and delivery of the Covid-19 vaccine. For our team, it prompted reflection on vaccine inequity and the environmental impact of pandemic-related waste.